1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1982 Saab 99
To start off, 1982 Saab 99 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1982 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Saab 99 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 AC Greyhound (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1982 Saab 99 | |
| Make | AC | Saab |
| Model | Greyhound | 99 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
